Conventional Risk Factors for Heart Disease
Several weeks ago, I gave a barbershop talk to a group of Black men and was not surprised that the majority of them did not know that the number one cause of death among Black people is heart disease. Most of them thought that cancer was the major cause of death and...
Talking To Millennials About STDs
STDs continue to be a major issue that affects young and older people and one with which you will have a difficult time discussing with your sexual partner(s). These are a few recommendations, from recent articles, regarding STDs. Obtain a diagnosis and get treated...
Going Cold Turkey With Smoking
I do not like saying this, but when I see people smoking, I ask myself if they are informed or just do not care about the effects of smoking on themselves and others. Smoking is the common risk factor with which patients have difficulty when starting a new life style...
Talking to Millennials in the Barbershop
My pleasant experiences in the barbershop are well documented. My father was a barber and I frequent the barbershop, once a week, for fun and relaxation and look forward to providing free medical advice in an atmosphere of fun and craziness. These are some health tips...
Health Concerns of Millennials
I was in the barbershop recently and there was a discussion about the Affordable Care Act or Obamacare to which it is referred by some people. I am a believer in Obamacare despite the legitimate criticisms that have been voiced against the plan. The reasons the plan...
Hepatitis C – Baby Boomers, Get Checked
Baby boomers have been encouraged, during the past several months, to get screened for hepatitis C. What is interesting and not clear to me is the reason this age group of people has not been targeted. It is also unusual that not one of my patients has requested a...
Hypertension Among African American Millennials
High blood pressure is increasing worldwide and is a major health issue for African Americans of all ages because they are at a very risk for developing hypertension, especially at a young age. You should have some basic information about this issue if you live in...
Exercise is Medicine for Older Americans
This health tip is for people older than 50 years of age. Fifty is a young age in 2016. African Americans who exercise improved their overall quality and longevity. Current studies reveal that people who live in the southern area of the country are less likely to be...